Causes of the US/Dakota War of 1862

The causes were many and complicated.  Historian John LaBatte discusses his research on this subject.  Many of John's Dakota and white ancestors were involved in the war.  At 2:30, John will conduct a Battlefield Tour.  Fort Ridgely was attacked twice in 1862 by Dakota Indians and is recognized by the National Park Service as a National Battlefield.  One fee is charged for both events.